ca 1860 Valentine original envelope die cut scarce Leroy NY Miss Jane Macomber

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A very scarce very early ca 1860 Valentine Card with original envelope. Large
This card is composed of a double leaf embossed die-cut light paper main body to which has been attached a glossy embossed smaller card with text/sentiment which reads
"Thee and only Thee
A boat at midnight sent alone
To drift upon a moonless sea
A lute whose leading cord is gone,
A wounded bird who hath but one
Imperfect wing to soar upon-
Are like what I am without thee.
Also attached below center card are several small die-cut floral leaves.
Main light paper is double leaf and measures approx. 7 1/2" x 9 1/4".........With original envelope of slightly larger size that has decorative engraving to both sides
In very good condition.  Address and name of original recipient to front cover (Miss Jane Macomber,Leroy,NY),of envelope,scattered light spots,several folds
Spectacular rare early piece